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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 may be a better fit for intensive tasks like gaming and engineering due to its dedicated Nvidia MX570 GPU, while the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 with integrated AMD graphics could offer a better balance between cost and performance for general use. The 5420 is typically more expensive but boasts a higher resolution screen, making it suitable for tasks requiring fine detail. The 7435, being less expensive, might be more appropriate for budget-conscious users. Both offer solid battery life and portability, but if battery life is a priority, it's important to compare their endurance for typical usage. The 7425 can be a versatile choice with its 2-in-1 touchscreen feature, catering to those who benefit from a convertible laptop. If weight is a concern, the slight difference in their weight might influence your decision. In conclusion, for heavier computing tasks, consider the 5420, while for everyday use with the flexibility of a touchscreen, the 7435 could be more appealing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 14 5420
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.5
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
279.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a better screen than the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Inspiron 14 7435 offer adequate panel type, resolution, and brightness, but they don't excel in any of those aspects, providing an overall fair quality that suffices for everyday tasks. In engineering and design, their fair screen quality arises from not fully covering professional color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which are essential for precision color work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, their poor screen quality is primarily due to the lower refresh rates, which may hinder smooth visuals, although the resolution and panel type are sufficiently decent for moderate use.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has 10 hours of battery life. The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$971
$779
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 has a price of $971 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 costs $779.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.8
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
279.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
216.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both good for general use.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 stands out for general use with a higher-resolution screen and a more powerful Intel CPU coupled with a discrete Nvidia GPU, making it better for tasks requiring more graphic power and screen clarity, but it comes with a sacrifice of a little less battery life than its counterpart. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435 balances general usability with its inclusion of a touchscreen, a CPU with integrated graphics which is sufficient for everyday tasks, and overall good portability and battery life, offering a solid all-around package for those who prioritize a 2-in-1 design and touchscreen capabilities.
Gaming and AI
6.4
6.3
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is suitable for gaming and 3D applications as it features a dedicated Nvidia MX570 GPU, which generally provides better graphics performance compared to integrated graphics, although it is limited by a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 are both good for engineering and design.
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is equipped with an Intel Core i7 CPU, dedicated Nvidia graphics, and a high-resolution IPS screen, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks that require strong performance. On the other hand, the Dell Inspiron 14 7435, with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and integrated Vega graphics, provides competent processing capabilities and its 2-in-1 convertible design with a touchscreen offers flexibility for design work, albeit with slightly lower graphics performance.
Content Creation
7.5
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.4
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2240 x 1400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Dell Inspiron 14 5420 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 and the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inspiron 14 5420 | Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$971 | $779 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.4 lbs | 3.48 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 12.36" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.96" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1255U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | 54 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2240 x 1400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 279 nits | 216 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Inspiron 14 5420
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Nick Ross | March 2023
"If laptops were food, then the Dell Inspiron 14 5420 is arguably a Big Mac. There are cheaper and more expensive options, but this arguably represents the baseline of quality and value in the world of mobile computing… something that’s underlined by the attractive $1,279 price tag."
Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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